In 1938, as concerns of censorship rose worldwide, Des Moines Public Library Director Forrest Spaulding penned the words that would become the "Library Bill of Rights."

The first tenet states: "Books and other library resources should be provided for the interest, information, and enlightenment of all people of the community the library serves."

In less than a century, the seven tenets of the "Library Bill of Rights" have been amended six times, the latest in 2019. The seven tenets affirm that the policies should guide all libraries and forums for information and ideas.

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